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Port Moresby, PNG: In this dynamic digital and AI era, young people need to understand how to navigate technology, recognize its impact, and use it positively to influence others. Participants of the Media Education Seminar at the Sivarai Namona Pastoral Centre An overnight session of the Media Education Seminar 2026 Series was held from Friday, 5:00 pm (May 1) to Saturday, 3:00 pm (May 2, 2026), at the Sivarai Namona Pastoral Centre. The program brought together over fifty p

A five-day program marking the Feast of Divine Mercy was held in the Diocese of Kerema from April 9th to 13th, 2026, at St. Pius Parish, Putei. The event drew more than 400 participants, including a large number of young people from the four mountain regions as well as the host community of Putei. His Excellency Bishop Pedro Baquero SVD, during the Eucharistic Celebration at St. Pius Parish Many of the faithful travelled from distant outstations, some walking for hours and ev

The Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands joyfully marked today’s celebration of Mother’s Day, honoring all mothers and mother figures among its staff for their love, dedication, and invaluable contribution to both family and Church life. The occasion also included a special remembrance of staff members celebrating their birthdays in the month of May, adding to the spirit of gratitude and fellowship. In a further highlight, the Conference recogni

The call to the priesthood is a sacred invitation to serve, deeply rooted in love and in the mission of proclaiming the Word of God to all people. After seventeen years of faithful formation within the Church, Rev. Deacon David Tiko Oala, O.Carm, was ordained to the priesthood in the Carmelite Order. His Eminence Sir John Cardinal Ribat, MSC, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Port Moresby, lays hands on Rev. Deacon David Tiko Oala, O.Carm, during the Rite of Ordination, invoki

On Sunday, 26 April, the University of Papua New Guinea (UPNG) in Port Moresby welcomed His Excellency Bishop Otto Separy, Bishop of Bereina and President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands (CBCPNGSI), for a special Mass with students and staff. Bishop Separy was in Port Moresby for the Bishops’ Annual General Meeting (AGM), during which the bishops went out to lead Masses in various parishes and communities around the city. As part of

DBTI Boroko, Port Moresby: A moment of camaraderie and a powerful reminder of the Salesian Family spirit was shared on April 25, 2026, through a Meet and Greet program organized by a committee of the Past Pupils and Friends of Don Bosco PGS, commonly known as Corporate Bosco. With just over one hundred attendees, past pupils from Don Bosco Gabutu, Vunabosco–Kokopo, Don Bosco Araimiri–Kerema, Don Bosco Vanimo, Don Bosco Kumgi–Simbu, and Don Bosco Technological Institute (DBTI)

PORT MORESBY- “GOD CALLED US TO BE CHRISTIANS FIRST” was the main message in Bishop Paul Sundu’s homily when he presided mass at St Paul’s Catholic Parish in Gerehu Stage 6 (six) on Sunday the 26th of April, 2026. During his homily, the Bishop of Kundiawa referenced the gospel, emphasising Jesus as the good Shepherd and we must all listen to his voice and follow him. He urged the catholic faithfuls present to remember that each and everyone is a Christian before they are anyo

April 26 — The parish of St. John the Apostle Tokarara was filled with joy and spiritual fervor as His Excellency Bishop Dariusz Kaluza, MSF (Bishop of the Diocese of Buka), presided over a lively Eucharistic celebration on Sunday 26th April. His Excellency Bishop Dariusz Kaluza, MSF in prayer during the Prayers’ of the Faithful session. The liturgical service was marked by a spirited display of singing, with the parish choir leading the congregation in hymns that echoed the

Port Moresby: His Eminence Cardinal Sir John Ribat, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Port Moresby, has called on authorities to improve planning and care for people affected by evictions, saying many are being left without proper support. His Eminence Sir John Cardinal Ribat MSC, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Port Moresby He said many people are being removed from their homes without alternative arrangements, leaving sick persons, persons with disabilities, students and fa

Port Moresby: Bishop Rozario Menezes SMM of the Diocese of Lae and newly appointed President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands (CBCPNGSI) has raised concerns about the 2027 National General Elections, warning that problems from past elections continue to persist. His Excellency, Bishop Rozario Menezes SMM, bishop of the diocese of Lae He said election petitions remain high, with 102 in 2012, around 79 in 2017 and 102 again in 2022, mos

Speaking during a press conference held on April 30 at the Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands, Bishop Otto Separy of Bereina raised concerns about the growing challenges many people are facing in the country. His Excellency Bishop Otto Separy, Bishop of the diocese of Bereina He said the struggle to survive is pushing some people to migrate or even get involved in violence in search of better opportunities. Bishop Otto pointed to the high cost

On 26 April 2026, His Excellency, Archbishop Clement Papa, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Mt Hagen, presided over the first Mass of the day at Mary Help of Christians Shrine at Don Bosco Technological Institute in Port Moresby, during his visit for the Annual General Meeting of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. The celebration brought together students, staff, and members of the faithful in a spirit of prayer, reflection, and unity

The Eucharistic celebration at the Shrine of Mary Help of Christians on April 26 was presided over by His Excellency Bishop Pedro Baquero, Bishop of the Diocese of Kerema. The second Mass began around nine o’clock with a beautiful choir led by the Filipino community. In his sermon, Bishop Pedro Baquero reflected on the theme of the Good Shepherd. He stated that bishops and priests are shepherds to their flock. When the flock goes astray, they are called to bring them back. He